Most recent model purchased

[V8SS]

With the expected influx of new models to come in 2004 and the anticipation of them by us all, I was just wondering what everyones most recent model purchase has been.
Mine was the Murphy Clubsport minicar.

[timbo333]

Le Mans PANOZ GTR in 1:43 Brabham.

"purchased" with points from BIANTE. Great model!!

Timbo.

[timbo333]

Oh i forgot..........................its not a purchase (yet anyway) but i have paid my deposit to pre-order the 2003 BA AMBROSE car from Stanbridges. That would be the most recent anyways........

Cheers,

Timbo

[the_goldie]

Minicars -
Skaife, Kelly, Skaife/Kelly, D'Alberto, Brede, Phantom CV8 Monaro, VY Phantom Maloo, HG White Monaro and Murphs Clubsport.

1:18 -
Moffat 1970 Bathurst Winner #64E

1:24 -
Kurt Johnson 2003 KISS Pro Stock
Doug Kalitta 2003 KISS Top Fuel Dragster

[Glen Alexander]

My most recent purchases were the 1:43 Webber Jaguar and the CC Mambo Panelvan, and until more HSVs or minicars are released that will be it for a while I hope!!!

[wayno]

Just purchased 1/18 Villeneuve Williams tobacco livery off e-bay.

[the_goldie]

Originally posted by Glen Alexander
My most recent purchases were the 1:43 Webber Jaguar and the CC Mambo Panelvan, and until more HSVs or minicars are released that will be it for a while I hope!!!

Oh yeah forgot about my Webber car also :)

[Xcesiv308]

Like others my only new addition has been the Murphy CLUBSPORT R8 , geez that would be sweet in a 1/18 scale,,,, or better still in a 1/1 in my driveway....
:D

r/ Tys

[V8SS]

Originally posted by Xcesiv308
Like others my only new addition has been the Murphy CLUBSPORT R8 , geez that would be sweet in a 1/18 scale,,,, or better still in a 1/1 in my driveway....
:D

r/ Tys

Xcesiv308
I've seen one of these in the flesh and they are very cool. Only 20 made and I've seen a few for sale (NZD$80000)
In the digital dash part, it has Murph and the build no. next to it so I guess it would be hard to build a fake replica. There was a news article on TV over here when they went on sale and Murph was here personally talking to the new owners. One lucky buyer asked if he could change the Murph badges on the side to Skaife if he started losing races. Murph saw the funny side of it.

[Kiwiracing]

Mines a box full of 1:64's sitting here on my desk as I type it, I'm holding out till I go home before I open it!

Cheers
Kiwiracing

[Kiwiracing]

Originally posted by timbo333
Oh i forgot..........................its not a purchase (yet anyway) but i have paid my deposit to pre-order the 2003 BA AMBROSE car from Stanbridges. That would be the most recent anyways........

Cheers,

Timbo

Timbo, what are Stanbridges charging for this car? Any release dates, numbers being produced?

Cheers
Kiwiracing

[Ford Boy]

Originally posted by timbo333
Oh i forgot..........................its not a purchase (yet anyway) but i have paid my deposit to pre-order the 2003 BA AMBROSE car from Stanbridges. That would be the most recent anyways........

Cheers,

Timbo

It ok, I have actually paid in full for my Ambrose car! Lookin forward to it!

[singer]

:) I'm interested in all model cars but inparticular Aussie cars & Singer Motor Cars AMy latest purchase is a Singer SM 1500 Saloon(sedan) [before I get the usual comments about sewing machines, Singer were an English firm who in the 1920's &30's were the 3rd largest motor manufacturer established by George Singer. Incientally, Issac Singer made the sewing machine and he was a Septic Tank].

[vt2envy]

i remember these..I had one for awhile then traded it in on a humber 80...my grandmother still has one with 60.000 on the clock..It is in perfect condition and only comes out now and then to keep things free..Pale green and cream in colour and very different to drive than the vt...:D

[timbo333]

kiwiracing.....................when i paid my deposit it came up at $165 rrp on their computer. It should come out by 31/03/2004 but as to numbers being made i have been told that has not been finalised yet??


I'd be interested to know what Ford Boy paid (in full already??) for his one please?

Cheers,

Timbo.

[Gan88]

given the quiet state of the 1:18 releases of late, I took the opportunity to fill some gaps:

1) Ambrose 2001 first ATCC round win Hidden Valley
2) Moffat 79 XC Bathurst (anyone got vinyl C@mel decals?)
3) Junior Johnson 2002 AU by CC
4) Herbie the Love Bug by Johnny Lightning
5) AXIA Skyline GTR by Kyosho (one more payment to go)

[Ford Boy]

Originally posted by timbo333
kiwiracing.....................when i paid my deposit it came up at $165 rrp on their computer. It should come out by 31/03/2004 but as to numbers being made i have been told that has not been finalised yet??


I'd be interested to know what Ford Boy paid (in full already??) for his one please?

Cheers,

Timbo.

Timbo, my retailer is good enough to let me have a reverse layby, in that I pay money with out actually getting anything, pretty much giving me the ability to get something as soon as it comes out.... so as long as the Ambrose car doesnt cost any more than $245, then I think Im safe in saying that Ive paid in full for it! Sorry I cant help with the price!

[Malik]

Originally posted by Kiwiracing
Timbo, what are Stanbridges charging for this car? Any release dates, numbers being produced?

Cheers
Kiwiracing

Kiwi the RRP on the ambrose car is $165 and production numbers I have heard rumours around the 2000 mark.... but they are only rumours.. considering all their previous supercars have been 1000 who knows...

[Kiwiracing]

Originally posted by Malik
Kiwi the RRP on the ambrose car is $165 and production numbers I have heard rumours around the 2000 mark.... but they are only rumours.. considering all their previous supercars have been 1000 who knows...

Thanks for this Malik, will have to pre order I think, although I think I need to find a new supplier as mine in Gladesville seems to be charging about 180 for the 165 1:18th cars.

Cheers
Kiwiracing

[TIC-302]

Johnson's XU-1
Goss XA GT 2 door 1973 car

[Malik]

Originally posted by Kiwiracing
Thanks for this Malik, will have to pre order I think, although I think I need to find a new supplier as mine in Gladesville seems to be charging about 180 for the 165 1:18th cars.

Cheers
Kiwiracing

if you cant find one Kiwi let me know cos my shop will let me preorder them at 165 and can take as long as needed to pay them off.. also with the deposit whenever I can afford it... so can always grab it for you and post it over..

Im sure in sydney you will find one though.

[Malik]

Back to topic anyways... most recent model purchases:

CC's Mambo Sandman
1:43 VY SS in Phantom

and ordered earlier..

1:64 Skaife VY and
1:64 D'Alberto VX HYL....




was going to order the Skaife/Kelly Sandown model but unfortunately the website is sold out....

[biante1948]

My latest models are:

CC's Red Hot SS Ute $142.00
CC's Brock Targa Ute $142.00
CC's Mambo Panel Van $165.00

[Glen Alexander]

Originally posted by biante1948
My latest models are:

CC's Red Hot SS Ute $142.00
CC's Brock Targa Ute $142.00
CC's Mambo Panel Van $165.00

It's James Brock's Brute Ute, not the Targa one. Nice looking model, but doesn't tie in with my collection so I'm giving it a miss.

To add to my latest purchases, I have just ordered all the 1:64 V8 Supercars just released.

[V8SS]

Latest purchase is now Brock Sierra through the website.
Can't wait till this arrives. Has been at least 4 weeks since I bought a model. Was getting withdrawl symptoms.

[biante1948]

Originally posted by biante1948
My latest models are:

CC's Red Hot SS Ute $142.00
CC's Brock Targa Ute $142.00
CC's Mambo Panel Van $165.00

Yeh Sorry. Thats is the James Brock Brute Strength Ute.
I stand corrected.

[Odin]

Originally posted by biante1948
My latest models are:

CC's Red Hot SS Ute $142.00
CC's Brock Targa Ute $142.00
CC's Mambo Panel Van $165.00

where the hell did you get them from? those prices are below retail:eek:

[Malik]

Originally posted by Odin
where the hell did you get them from? those prices are below retail:eek:

yeah what he said...

I wanna shop there!

[Nick Short]

1:43 Wild Violet GTHO & Porsche GT1 test version, and 1:18 Lancia Delta Integrale Evo2 from Biante, plus various models from Germany that are unavailable in the UK, that I can sell to help pay for my hobby! Missed out on another Dauer 962 because I misremembered the finish time on eBay! But that WILL be my next model.......

[Mux]

Most recent bought: 1:64 Skaife VY Commodore and for xmas i got 2002 Skaife/Richards bathurst 1:18 car.

[Earnhardt-3]

Possum's Saxon Safari WRX

[KRAKA05]

My bathurst winners are now down to 2 missing.

Picked up the 1999 & 2002 Bathurst winners for xmas. The 92 is in the garage drying off and the only ones missing now are the 64e and Dicks Sierra.

The search for the holy grails continue.

[Gan88]

Holy grail as in the original 92 and 71?

[the_goldie]

Just bought myself another KISS car. The 2003 TONY PEDREGON "KISS" 1/24 scale die cast replica NHRA Mustang funny car. Tony Pedregon, the 2003 NHRA funny car champion, locked up the championship in Las Vegas with this special paint scheme Have all 3 from 2003 now :D

[KRAKA05]

Originally posted by Gan88
Holy grail as in the original 92 and 71?

The holy grails are Dicks sierra and Moffs 64e

[Xcesiv308]

Well I picked myself up a 91 Bathurst Skaife/Richards GTR for under $100 bucks,,,, definately happy... been awhile coming but very happy with it... :)

[skylinegtr00]

Paid my layby off and got these :

1) NISSAN R34 SKYLINE GT-R 'Gran Turismo' 2002
2) NISSAN R34 SKYLINE GT-R - 2001 JGTC (Japan GT) TEST CAR

Hey Gan88 where did you find this gem the AXIA Skyline GTR by Kyosho. I been looking for it and the others. How much did you pay if you dont mind me asking?

[Ford Boy]

Kraka, agree with the DJ Sierra! I was stoked when I got mine! Beautiful model! My most recent purchase is a Kyosho Nissan 300ZX in red. Never EVER been happier to put a model in the display cabinet! Gee I love them cars!

[ChickenMcNugget]

1/43 Opel Corsa S1600 of Schiemer labelled Schuco, from eBay.
1/43 Toyota Celica ST205 GT-Four, Safari Rally '96. Trofeu, from Maia in Portugal.

[Gan88]

Mate,

I picked up the AXIA and HKS GTRs from the 1990(?) Grp A season from a place called Motorfocus in the Western Suburbs of Brisbane. They cost me $380 all up.

So far the R32 GT-R collection looks like this:

#12 Calsonic (the super mass produced version)
#1 Nissan Bathurst winner 1991
#1 W!nf!eld Bathurst winner 1992
#87 HKS with the green headlights and black, green, blue & red paint job
AXIA with the gold BBS wheels and pink and tropical paint job (I pick this one up tomorrow and it will look great next to the AXIA Sierra that Minichamps will eventually release).

I missed the '89 Calsonic, STP and UNISIA cars.

The 3 Toyzone releases (STP, AXIA, HKS) are very rare as only 400 of the 1000 produced were for the markets outside Japan.

[jager]

Filling in a few gaps in my LeMans collection with older models while I wait for the 2003 releases :-
a) Minichamps '98 Toyota Gt1 for $31
b) Kyosho '63 Jaguar E-Type for $16

[vt2envy]

Hunting out a DJR sierra for me.When it was released i could'nt make up my mind wether to get it or not and ended up flipping a coin..New Years resolution "JUST DO IT"...:D

[Esses]

For me: '67 Silverstone Racing MGB (1/43)

The Boys: a Tander GRM VT each (1/64)

The Wife: LJ XU-1 in Pur-Pull (1/64), she bought this herself, I've got her hooked, too.:D

[goblues]

My latest pickup was Skaife's - Richards Bathurst 2002 winner for $120.00. That was nearly a month ago.

I'm hanging out to get my next car, which will probably be the 'Rock' car.

[V8SS]

Just thought I'd ressurect this thread as I picked up my latest model yesterday. Asia On Line VT Commodore from 2000.
I noted on this model that the air intake vent on the passenger rear window is a sticker whereas we now have a proper vent in the window of todays models. Amazing how the detail has improved in such a short time.

[oldxr]

My most recent purchase is the 1\43 BA XR8 Bathurst prototype, and i have to say this being the first biante of this scale that i have purchased, these are not much better than the classic carlectables of old, and they cost $10-$15 dearer than the new, and better detailed classic carlectables.
will think long and hard before i waist money on one of these again.

my opinion.

[Y2Joel]

1/64 Ozemail BA Falcon of John Bowe. Last 1/18 was Johnsons Rock car.

[Glen Alexander]

Originally posted by oldxr
My most recent purchase is the 1\43 BA XR8 Bathurst prototype, and i have to say this being the first biante of this scale that i have purchased, these are not much better than the classic carlectables of old, and they cost $10-$15 dearer than the new, and better detailed classic carlectables.
will think long and hard before i waist money on one of these again.

my opinion.

I have all the Biante/AUTOart HRT cars, and Team Brock cars in this scale and I think they are great quality. I haven't seen a BA 1:43 yet, but the Commodores are of high standards in my opinion.

[Ford Boy]

quote:
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Originally posted by oldxr
My most recent purchase is the 1\43 BA XR8 Bathurst prototype, and i have to say this being the first biante of this scale that i have purchased, these are not much better than the classic carlectables of old, and they cost $10-$15 dearer than the new, and better detailed classic carlectables.
will think long and hard before i waist money on one of these again.

my opinion.
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I semi agree with this. The smaller scale BA's dont look as good as the smaller scale AU's. I got the 64 Bathurst T-Car, Im happy with it, and intend on getting the full set of BA's in 1:64 even though they look a little bit something... not sure of the word. Definitly exellent, but not as good as the 1:18 models. Ah well! Still bloody good models!

[zigi08]

My last purchase was the 1:18th XD "rock" car...

just counting the minutes, well ok hours, to the arrival of 61D XW and R4 Jag!!!..... :p

[215i]

I just recently got the BA XR8's (phantom and blueprint). The detail is brilliant and all the new features are spot on.

[the collector]

XR8 in blueprint 1.18 scale, damn good model.
Bring on the Falcon GT in black, or orange, or phantom.
What the hay just bring em on man..:D

[singer]

XD Rock car, White XY 1/18, 00 Motorsport ) BA FALCON - 2003 V8 SUPERCARS - Greg Ritter (1:43), #00, DJR BA FALCON - 2003 V8 SUPERCARS - Steven Johnson (1:43), #17. "SHELL HELIX", DJR BA FALCON - 2003 V8 SUPERCARS - Max Wilson (1:43) #18. "SHELL HELIX", BETTA BA FALCON - 2003 V8 SUPERCARS - Dean Canto (1:43) #66. "BETTA ELECTRICAL", BETTA BA FALCON - 2003 V8 SUPERCARS - Paul Radisich (1:43) #65. "BETTA ELECTRICAL",
00 Motorsport BA FALCON - 2003 V8 SUPERCARS - Rodney Forbes (1:43) #7. "MILK".
:D

[Ford Boy]

Singer, did you get your white xy from that auction on ebay? White XY, to be sent in a spare craig lowndes box? Went real cheap, like $270 or so?

[singer]

Originally posted by Ford Boy
Singer, did you get your white xy from that auction on ebay? White XY, to be sent in a spare craig lowndes box? Went real cheap, like $270 or so? No I purchased it retail:D

[GRC01S]

Last Week
Complete set of F1 Michelin Promos 2003
Webber R4 Jaguar 1/18th Minichamps
Sauber C13 Tissot (Wendlinger) 1/18th
Sauber C13 Tissot (De Cesaris) Hockenheim Version 1994 1/43rd

This week
Minichamps world champs series (tobacco versions)
Hill and JV 1/43rd

[Ford Boy]

Seriously? How did you score that? Im jealous!

[singer]

Originally posted by Ford Boy
Seriously? How did you score that? Im jealous! I just foubnd a shop in Brisbane with 1 white xy still there. I gidn't really have the money but at the price it was a steal so I bought it :D

[Ford Boy]

Dude, I dont thnk you could call that a steal. Maybe something more like grand theft auto... hahahah, get it! OK, lame joke.
But I gotta say, thats one hell of an effort, Id be patting myself on the back for that one! Nice work mate! Now, Ill just go see if my stockist has a spare 65E Sitting around....

[Y2Joel]

Just when it seems you may have a budget, it goes out the window. The joys of plastic.

[singer]

Originally posted by Ford Boy
Dude, I dont thnk you could call that a steal. Maybe something more like grand theft auto... hahahah, get it! OK, lame joke.
But I gotta say, thats one hell of an effort, Id be patting myself on the back for that one! Nice work mate! Now, Ill just go see if my stockist has a spare 65E Sitting around....
:D got one of those too!! As I said you're going to need a huge display case if your going to be collecting. I've got 8 display cases

[Y2Joel]

Lucky duck. I have been unlucky on occasions, one of which I walked into a model shop and saw a Moffat Cobra and I was just about to walk over and buy it when someone else bought it and it was at the brand new price.

[wayno]

Luck tends to balance itself out. I have been unlucky with quite a few models, but at other times you will litereally trip over what you yearn for at an unbelievable price. Example for me, I got the two CC 1/18 Valvoline cars for $112 each and a Kyoso BMW Le Mans winner for $50.

[bernoo]

Just purchased a Track Red XY GTHO and a Sandman and the new ford 429 engine.

[goblues]

It's probably a dead heat as to which model was actually purchased last.

XA Red Pepper
'Rock', with complementary free 1980 DJ Bathurst replica race car. :D

[Leigh]

Originally posted by goblues
'Rock', with complementary free 1980 DJ Bathurst replica race car.
Bloody expensive 'plastic' rock when you view it like that:D :D

[frosty]

Ford 427 SOHC engine and the latest 4 mini cars (DJR & 00 Motorsports)

[biante5485]

Ive currently got about 20 on layby!!!

But my last High quality purchase was the Sandman

Since then I have bought a Bburago Corvette in kit form, Jouef Mustang (the most crap model in my collection to date)

Oh and a heap of customs too:)

[Nick Short]

I seem to get something different every day at the moment - I thought I had everything I wanted that had been released so far, but I was wrong! I've just bought the Minichamps 1:18 Ford Sierra RS500 and Jaguar XJ13 by AutoArt, and I have to say that my favourite model keeps changing as quality gets better! It was the Moffat Cobra, then it was the Johnson Greens Tuf XE, then it was the Andretti Porsche 956L, and maybe the Sierra has taken the title now! I expect it to change again this year with so many new releases to come......

[jinxvrs]

1:43 Western Models white-metal Rolls-Royce Carmargue & Look Smart resin Alfa-Romeo Montreal & the Minichamps Mercedes-Benz 1113 Fire Engine.

[berkut76]

Here is mine. An oldie, but a goodie:
1997 Sainz / Moya Ford Escort RS RAC Rally.
Paid 35US, including shipping.

Also recieved today Matt Kenseth "Smirnoff Ice" last Winston Chanpionship winning Taurus by Team Caliber "Owner Series". The model comes attached to a base by screws, which are sealed in special tubes. Preety much it's impossible to disattached the model from its base without ruining the base in the process. Is this a sign of things to come: alcohol sponsored cars going the way of tobacco ones?

Surprisingly, neither Coors, Miller Lite, and of course Budweiser sopnsored rides modelled by Action have this level of "security" built in. I'm not an expert on alcohol industry, but it seems to me that some 16 year old who wants to score some brew, undoubtedly under the influence of overly expensive scale diecast model, would rather go for Bud, Miller, or Coors and not "upscale" malt beverage such as Smirnoff Ice.

As for the model itself, it looks stunning in all black livery with silver Smirnoff Ice logo on the hood.

Regards,

Sergey

[goblues]

Well, I thought I'd better post this, as I don't think I will ever come across this scenario again.

Was at my favourite model shop yesterday, Monday, and asked for Moffat's 61D. The reply was, we haven't seen them yet, but they are due in this afternoon. After talking about other stuff for a couple of minutes, this dude walks into the shop and asks where do deliveries go, front door or back door, as he has 21 boxes.

When delivery dude walks out to his truck to start unloading, I ask shopkeeper if this is the delivery. Yes it is, comes the reply. So while boxes are being unloaded, shopkeeper finds 61D boxes in amongst the first few boxes to be unloaded and starts to unpack them.

I am looking at the 61D before truck has finished unloading.

Now you can't get much better service than that. I mean, the paint hadn't even dried before I got my hands on one, so to speak.

Gotta feel a bit special with this eh.

[Malik]

Latest purchased...

1996 Lowndes/Murphy VR Bathurst Winner

should be here tomorrow..

[bernoo]

latest purchases.......Track Red XY, Fantom XR8, 61D, Honda 750 / 4

[69Mach1]

Last week

XY GTHO Vermillion
XD TRU BLU 1981
HSV GTS Coupe Yellow
VIP Petfoods AU
Caltex Havoline AU
1/43 BA Ambrose

This Week

2 x 61D Moffat XW GT
XY GTHO Quicksilver

[terrine]

1966 Camee Edelbrock 66 Shelby Mustang GT 350
...by exact detail/lane
i have been chasing one of these for 12 months and its on its way from USA

r/peter

[skylinegtr00]

AutoArt Nissan Skyline Z-tune!!

great detail and a fantastic model.

[Kiwiracing]

Originally posted by goblues
Well, I thought I'd better post this, as I don't think I will ever come across this scenario again.

Was at my favourite model shop yesterday, Monday, and asked for Moffat's 61D. The reply was, we haven't seen them yet, but they are due in this afternoon. After talking about other stuff for a couple of minutes, this dude walks into the shop and asks where do deliveries go, front door or back door, as he has 21 boxes.

When delivery dude walks out to his truck to start unloading, I ask shopkeeper if this is the delivery. Yes it is, comes the reply. So while boxes are being unloaded, shopkeeper finds 61D boxes in amongst the first few boxes to be unloaded and starts to unpack them.

I am looking at the 61D before truck has finished unloading.

Now you can't get much better service than that. I mean, the paint hadn't even dried before I got my hands on one, so to speak.

Gotta feel a bit special with this eh.

Gidday mate, so you are saying the model has your finger prints all over it eh:D That'll make it a one off!!!! Don't let ya MUM near it;)

My purchases this week, and there weren't suppose to be any for quite some time (douh) is the Sirromet Wines CC and the DJR 2001 Biante 17.

Cheers
Kiwiracing

[V8SS]

Originally posted by Kiwiracing
My purchases this week, and there weren't suppose to be any for quite some time (douh) is the Sirromet Wines CC and the DJR 2001 Biante 17.

OK Kiwiracing, whats the kiwi connection with Paul Morris??? You really aren't sticking to your original collecting theme are you??
I guess you're gonna say he has a kiwi mechanic or he has a mechanic who knows a guy who knows a guy who used to car pool with a guy who once picked up a kiwi hitch hiker:D

[Kiwiracing]

Originally posted by V8SS
OK Kiwiracing, whats the kiwi connection with Paul Morris??? You really aren't sticking to your original collecting theme are you??
I guess you're gonna say he has a kiwi mechanic or he has a mechanic who knows a guy who knows a guy who used to car pool with a guy who once picked up a kiwi hitch hiker:D

Hmm now let me think about this one, ummmmmmmmmmmm close connection, hmmmmmmmmm oh I know WINE, wine gets made in New Zealand too!!!!! he he he.

(If stuck with Kiwi's only I'd have a fairly small collection I guess;))

Cheers
Kiwiracing

[wayno]

Maybe you should ask Biante to do a Jum Richards collection! :D

[V8SS]

Originally posted by wayno
Maybe you should ask Biante to do a Jum Richards collection!

Yeah Jem Reechards is a legend:D

[Kiwiracing]

Originally posted by V8SS
Yeah Jem Reechards is a legend:D

LOL:D

Mate - you should see an "Aussie" version of a Mainland Cheese TV advert over here, talk about a funny Kiwi twang!!!

Cheers
Kiwiracing

[wayno]

Originally posted by V8SS
Yeah Jem Reechards is a legend:D

I didn't know he was Mexican!

[V8SS]

Originally posted by wayno
I didn't know he was Mexican!

Maybe he's disguised as a door:D

[wayno]

Originally posted by V8SS
Maybe he's disguised as a door:D
Might be ponchos assailant.

[Goodwrench3]

Yesterday I aquired my very first 1/43 scale die-cast. I got the Mulberry XB for $15. Very impressed with price and product.
I fear there will now be more to come!

[inter]

two new moffat 1969 models and one 1:18 blueprint ba
inter:D

[chups]

just bought home my brock gigney targa monaro, stunning model, love those mags.
now im only a #1 commemorative torana away from the current brock collection. cheapest ive seen is $350

[bernoo]

Today I bought a 1/43 MAZDA6

[wayno]

Exoto Jim Clark Lotus 49 from South African GP in 1968. His last win and last F1 drive.

[Malik]

Originally posted by Malik
Latest purchased...

1996 Lowndes/Murphy VR Bathurst Winner

should be here tomorrow..

well wasnt this a joke.... "should be here tomorrow" yeah right..

no offence to biante and such cos its not ur fault... but I have to say that the company that u send models with in my opinion is pretty sad..

I mean.. other peeps said they ordered this model on Friday last week and that they recieved it Monday.. (one guy said 10am) and they are in Sydney..

yet I order the model thursday nite last week... I get the "order shipped" email friday... and given yes there was a public holiday here yesterday (WA Labour day) but here I am on tuesday... not even 2 hours drive south of the warehouse.. and ITS NOT HERE...

that to me is rediculous. if the postage company get get a model to someone in SYDNEY technically overnite if you dont count the weekend.. I should be able to get one 2 hours south...

[john]

My last purchase's were the 44D Monaro & Ron Hodgson 197? Torana , both Bathurst winners, both Biantes and both bloody good model cars.;)

[wayno]

The Torana was 1976 and really is a choice piece of kit! In the last week I also got Webber Jag, Bentley Le Mans winner and Richards CC Commodore.
Hope to pick up a few more cars in Melbourne during GP week.

[the_goldie]

Originally posted by chups
just bought home my brock gigney targa monaro, stunning model, love those mags.
now im only a #1 commemorative torana away from the current brock collection. cheapest ive seen is $350

Chups - I too was missing this model and I paid about $265 for it I think (took me ages to find a decent price for one) - keep looking and the right price will come around.

[toecutter]

911 GT1 #26 Porsche Edition (WAP 020 026) 1996 LeMans. This version has the gold GT1 printed on the roof.:)

911 1963 Carrera.(WAP 020 105 14)
Chromium-plated.

Carrera GT two car set. ( 020 103 14)
With and without high top.

And a few weeks ago in Singapore I found a 962 DAUER for only $40AUS. Xtreme Bargain!
:)

[V8SS]

Just had the Lowndes/Murphy VR turn up today. Detail looks awesome. Now looking forward to next purchase which should be Brock/Skaife VS.
Am planning to display these 2 alongside my Brock/Mezera VR. Hopefully we'll get a '98 HRT VS as well to complete the set.

[teambrock50]

I ordered my Lowndes/Murphy last night from the site. Cant wait for it to arrive.

[Dingo]

I ordered my Lowndes/Murphy Commodore last week and it's still sitting in the warehouse, it was a mistake to order the 12 1/18 display cases at the same time :D

Does anyone know how often Biante's road freight service runs to the Eastern states?

[biante11500]

i bought a few in the last two weeks all 1/18
2- bmw m3 gtr,s #42 & #43 minichamps
2-ut opels #43 & #44 stuck & letho
4- masito mercedes clk dtm #1 vodophane #2 amg #5 warstiener
#d2 vodophane silver car.
i wish someone would make the audi tt in the dtm series in 1/18.

[zigi08]

my last purchase was the 2001 Benetton Renault B201 F1 of Jenson Button (1/18th)......

[ferrari fan]

One needs to have an armoured type vehicle to do valuable deliveries in Rocking Horse area.
Maybe the vehicle was a Holden and it broke down,had to be towed away,repaired, and then tested, before being put back on the worktrail. Who Knows?............................. Aunty Post does.
That it arrived at all and in one piece is remarkable indeed.

[the_goldie]

Originally posted by ferrari fan
One needs to have an armoured type vehicle to do valuable deliveries in Rocking Horse area.
Maybe the vehicle was a Holden and it broke down,had to be towed away,repaired, and then tested, before being put back on the worktrail. Who Knows?............................. Aunty Post does.
That it arrived at all and in one piece is remarkable indeed.

Have I missed something??? :confused:

[Glen Alexander]

I think FF has been introduced to Mr. Crack Cocaine. He is being very weird again...... Hey FF, are you good at Cryptic Crosswords, you must be, cause most of your posts are like questions to them!!!! :D

[Malik]

he's referring to how long it took my lowndes/murph's VR to get to rockingham from belmont.

[HRT 1-2]

1:43 Rick Kelly 02 Young lions off eBay, what a great looking car, so glad it returned this year in the Konica's too:D

[james]

the 96 car took a while to get here but is here now along with 44d and the black concept monaro ,all look great in their places in showcase looking forward to the next delivery.

[Kiwiracing]

Originally posted by Glen Alexander
I think FF has been introduced to Mr. Crack Cocaine. He is being very weird again...... Hey FF, are you good at Cryptic Crosswords, you must be, cause most of your posts are like questions to them!!!! :D

Nar just the euphoria of being in Melbourne with his beloved F1's:D

Kiwiracing

[Glen Alexander]

Ah Monkey, that must be it!!!!! :D

I thought he was under the influence of 'something'. F1 would be a greater drug for him than Crack anyways!! haha!! lol

[berkut76]

I've just received Moffat's XW GT #61D from Scale18 I was really impressed that Biante updated the door hinge design to modern standards. Also, engine bay with all the stickers looks impressive as well.

Regards,

Sergey

[Domin8]

Got the 1:18 Biante BA Falcon XR8 in Phantom' For $120! and man im impressed with its quality and perfection! Well done Biante in making this sooo good!! :) also while browsing saw a nice 1:18 VR V8 supercar there for $170 but didnt have the dosh for it :\.

[wayno]

Going shopping tomorrow night, will get back to you! :D

[Domin8]

Heres a link to my BA XR8 photo's! :D

http://www.diecastxchange.com/forum1/index.php?sho wtopic=7967&st=0

[bernoo]

Latest now is Minichamps Honda 750/4. Beautifull:D

[berkut76]

I've finally recieved my 1970 Petty Plymouth Superbird, and I'm really disappointed, especially if compared to Moffat's maiden Bathurst XY GT from Biante that I've bought recently. Firstly, this ERTL-based model retails for $80US plus shipping, I've got mine off eBay for about $70US shipped. Still, I feel that I've payed $70US for basically a $35US model. Now, I know how some of you guys feel in regards to price/quality ratio of Hot Memorabilia / Welly Moffat Mustangs. In sum, this model is simply crude. While all the details seem to be there (well, there isn't much since it's 1970 NASCAR after all) the quality of parts feels subpar contributing to the overall "cheapness" of the model. While it's certainly well put together, a far more expensive Biante represents a better value since its oozes qulaity, something this ERTL redux is utterly missing. In my view, the devil is in the deatils, and there is simply none on this product, especially if compared to GMP's Trans Am Donohue and Follmer Camaros, which were deemed overrpiced by many collectors as well. On the positve note, only 3,000pcs of this arguably most famous NASCAR racer of all time has been produced, and they flew off the shelves in a short period of time, even with stratoshperic suggested price for model of this quality. Also, it's by far the longest model in my collection and definitely shape wise looks menacing and impsoing. A good shelf piece, but not something to woo you with details.

Regards,

Sergey

[biante11500]

berkut i feel your pain on the petty superbird, i had all five of the winged warrior series on preorder. but after seeing promo shots of the petty bird i canceld all my orders on this series. mic just cant compete with higher detailed brands, using ertl molds as a base. and the price there asking for the crappy rehashes is inexcusable. i have three 1/25 scale johan plastic kits and i think i will stick with those until someone else does them better. as far as my last purchase i bought the 1969 xw moffat #61d and the
1972 e49 hemi charger in hemi orange by classics. they should arrive sometime this week. now i have all four classics chargers and the norm beechey shell charger on preorder.

[Dingo]

I know it's bloody expensive, but I just picked up the Johnson Sierra for $350 from my local GamesWorld...with a sign above it saying "$450 or best offer"...

[m.lowe]

I have just bought for my personal collection a Skoda Fabia WRC model and a Short Sport Quattro which I am told is quite rare in 1/43rd scale diecast

[terrine]

Originally posted by berkut76
I've finally recieved my 1970 Petty Plymouth Superbird, and I'm really disappointed, especially if compared to Moffat's maiden Bathurst XY GT from Biante that I've bought recently. Firstly, this ERTL-based model retails for $80US plus shipping, I've got mine off eBay for about $70US shipped....... Still, I feel that I've payed $70US for basically a $35US model. In my view, the devil is in the deatils, and there is simply none on this product, especially if compared to GMP's Trans Am Donohue and Follmer Camaros..... A good shelf piece, but not something to woo you with details.

Regards,

Sergey

sorry to hear your disappointment, after reading your praise on the thread started by westy on this same model...

http://forums.biante.com.au/showthread.php?s=&threadid=3429&highlight=petty

i did say at that time that the mic/ertl hybrid dyno don johnson mustang i had recently received was ordinary to say the least from the ertl start point.
we are indeed lucky in australia to have such fine model producers and it amazes me when i read the biante versus CC banter here on these forums...these posters must never see what some manufacturers make of very famous motorcars.

r/peter

[berkut76]

Originally posted by terrine
sorry to hear your disappointment, after reading your praise on the thread started by westy on this same model...

r/peter

I know that I've said some good things about this model. The prototype photos looked great and the model was universally praised at Diecast Pub. I would still rate it above any other ERTL-based MIC or PYE product, but I've just expected more from this model of motorsports icon. I have to emphasize that the build quality in terms of fit and finish is there, but the "parts" are definitely crude, lacking "finesse" in them. I have never bought a model based on a preview, but I guess one cannot trust reviews (even your own) 100% as well. The main problem of US v. Austrlain diecast marketplace is that even major metropolitan areas lack decent hobby stores with respect to diecast. Thus, a lot of US collectors have to rely on hearsay while making purchase decisions since most of us don't have an opportunity to inspect the model up close and in person.

Regards,

Sergey

[timbo333]

My latest purchase (from Overseas) is the #4 XJR12 Jaguar from 1990 Le Mans WITH SILK CUT advertising on it (in 1:43 scale).

Simply a marvellous model by IXO.

Just love how the car flows with the covered in rear wheels.........:D

Might have to get the #1 & #2 cars as well...........;)

Also those M.Schumacher cars with MARLBORO decals on them are looking good too.....


Cheers,

Timbo.

[jager]

My latest purchase (from Overseas) is the #4 XJR12 Jaguar from 1990 Le Mans WITH SILK CUT advertising on it (in 1:43 scale).

Now that you've got the 1990 car what about adding the 1988 XJR-9 #22 driven by Larry Perkins to 4th place (IXO LC007). A great looking car with an Australian connection.

[Y2Joel]

Originally posted by Dingo
I know it's bloody expensive, but I just picked up the Johnson Sierra for $350 from my local GamesWorld...with a sign above it saying "$450 or best offer"...

Be a good deal if you lived in Tasmania. $400 for a Johnson Sierra. $600 if you wanted a Johnsons XE from 1984 Bathurst. If they know its rare and expensive, they will extend the price tag to the max.

[jager]

In the last week or so I've added a few of the 2003 LeMans cars in 1:43 - the winning Bentley Speed 8 and 3rd place Audi by Minichamps, 7th place Courage by Spark and a mean looking TVR that failed to finish.

[james]

picked up a AA 1/18 perkins and a AA1/18 bags/tander bathurst winner today look good in cabinet ,especially bathurst winner as this group is expanding very nicley.

[Malik]

Added the 2000 Todd Kelly "My Car" Holden young Lions car to the shelf today..

tidy grab at 60 bucks :)

[V8SS]

Originally posted by Malik
Added the 2000 Todd Kelly "My Car" Holden young Lions car to the shelf today..

tidy grab at 60 bucks :)

Good score Malik. That car was my first ever 1:18th model.

[Malik]

Classics Utester hit the shelf today... not bad.... missing the V8 badge on the side under the little indicator.. but hey...

[bernoo]

I am waiting for the XRGT...............WHERE IS IT?????:D
I am waiting for the AMBROSE BA...WHERE IS IT?????:D
I am waiting for the lottery win......When will it happen??

[the_goldie]

Moffat 61D ( a few weeks old now )
Murphy/Lowndes 1996 Bathurst Winner
Just finished my 1999 Murphy/Richards Bathurst Winner code 3
Finally got a 2002 Doug Kalitta KISS Top Fueller (been after 1 of these for ages at the right price)!!! :D

[wayno]

WOuld like to see the '99 car as it is one of my favourites ever. Have you seen the new 1/16 (I think) fuel cars? Saw the Schumacher one the other day and it is AWESOME!!!!!
Oh yeah, I just got a 1993 Alain Prost Minichamps Williams!

[the_goldie]

Originally posted by wayno
WOuld like to see the '99 car as it is one of my favourites ever. Have you seen the new 1/16 (I think) fuel cars? Saw the Schumacher one the other day and it is AWESOME!!!!!
Oh yeah, I just got a 1993 Alain Prost Minichamps Williams!

Wayno - I have just added a new pic to the Removing Decals thread. It came up pretty good for my first ever custom.

I am yet to see the new 1/16s but have heard they are massive! There is a Funny Car - Oakley "Time Bomb" (can't think of the driver) out and it looks awesome in the pics but too big for me and they are pretty expensive too. I will stick to the 1/24s :)

[wayno]

My retailer also has the 1/16 Force car in stock. Would love one, but the blue oval badge on it turned me off!

[the_goldie]

Originally posted by wayno
My retailer also has the 1/16 Force car in stock. Would love one, but the blue oval badge on it turned me off!

Hahaha - I wasn't going to get any Tony Pedregon ones but couldn't have the other KISS cars without his :) How much was he selling them for? I have seen them go for $170 - $220 US

[Maximus]

Just picked up 2 Biante XA Coupes (1 in Green & the other in Yellow)

Really good quality & was just wondering why the picture on the box of the green car has only 1 exhaust pipe but the car itself has 2 at the rear.
Was the pic of the initial prototype with a pipe missing.

Cheers

[timbo333]

How does that song go "oooooooo......i can't help myself" by the Flowers if i remember correctly.

Anyway just bought the 935 PORSCHE by Exoto in white (Client version).

Just love the detail and the weight..............:D

Will try and add a picture of it.

Cheers,

Timbo.

[chups]

hey man, wherd u get the porsche from? GW had one going cheap on sat, i think it was the same one.

[timbo333]

From Germany, CHUPS.

I had around 15 models come in from a great supplier over there.

How much did GW want for theirs??

Enjoy Adelaide dude!! Room in your suitcase for me?? Are you driving or flying??

Cheers,

Timbo.

[zeitgeist]

Just secured the Moffat Cobra for AU$190. Not too shabby!! Man, I love the Cobras!

As soon as Kevin returns from his much-deserved vacation, I'll blow a little more.

BC

[the_goldie]

Originally posted by zeitgeist
Just secured the Moffat Cobra for AU$190. Not too shabby!! Man, I love the Cobras!

As soon as Kevin returns from his much-deserved vacation, I'll blow a little more.

BC

Wow good price zeitgeist. I have seen these go for around $300 - $350. I bought mine in August 2002 for $210!

Do you have the camel filters decals for the front bumper? Yes the cobras look great don't they! Enjoy.

[zeitgeist]

Originally posted by the_goldie
Do you have the camel filters decals for the front bumper? Yes the cobras look great don't they! Enjoy.

Cameron -

No, I do not have these, but, when the car arrives ('secured' was perhaps a bit premature), I will definitely consider that.

BC

[Y2Joel]

I'd love a Moffat Cobra, but too many releases to buy at the moment. One day I am going to do a twinset with a Moffat Cobra and an Option 97 Cobra, done up with the stickers to look like Bond and Gibsons Falcon.

[Terryk]

Originally posted by the_goldie
Moffat 61D ( a few weeks old now )
Murphy/Lowndes 1996 Bathurst Winner
Just finished my 1999 Murphy/Richards Bathurst Winner code 3
Finally got a 2002 Doug Kalitta KISS Top Fueller (been after 1 of these for ages at the right price)!!! :D

Got my Moffat 61D GTHO today.....nice, but I picked up a Bullit GT390 Mustang on the weekend...2 cars in 3 days I better hide them...lol

Anyone know why the rear spoiler is not fitted to most of the race XW HO's.....XY's seem to have them ?

[toecutter]

911 1963 Carrera.(WAP 020 105 14)
Chromium-plated.


Just got my 2 Chromiun-plated 911's in the post today. Minichamps did a great job! Also scored low numbers #42 #43(limited to 1963) which in the end of the day mean nothing to me.
I wonder why no one ticked the fully chromed option box when buying these ole-girls many years ago:D

[Esses]

Small beer compared to you nutcases, but picked up a 1/43 Morris Cooper S in metallic gold. New brand to me: Carama. Very good detail for the price, 'bout 1/2 way between Vanguards & Biante except that the doors open, only the second 1/43 I have that does. Oh, the price? $5-95!!!:D

[AU2XR8]

Moffat 69 XW at $170 my stardard price at my supplier and today Moffat Cobra for $250 and just put on the Camel stickers. Looks great with the other Moffat cars. Now for the 65E.

[Domin8]

Picked up CC's 1:18 1965 Ian 'pete' Geoghegan's Mustang for $99,1:18 williams R.schumacher 2000 launch car for free,FW21 1999, the 1:18 Action Opel V8 coupe for $30 and the 1:24 Hotwheels David coulthard McLaren MP4-14 for $25 :)

[Gan88]

Originally posted by Steve
Small beer compared to you nutcases, but picked up a 1/43 Morris Cooper S in metallic gold. New brand to me: Carama. Very good detail for the price, 'bout 1/2 way between Vanguards & Biante except that the doors open, only the second 1/43 I have that does. Oh, the price? $5-95!!!:D

Steve do yo mean Cararama made by Hongwell?

A mate of mine collects the 1:87s and they are fantastic for what they are.

[wayno]

Originally posted by the_goldie
Wayno - I have just added a new pic to the Removing Decals thread. It came up pretty good for my first ever custom.

I am yet to see the new 1/16s but have heard they are massive! There is a Funny Car - Oakley "Time Bomb" (can't think of the driver) out and it looks awesome in the pics but too big for me and they are pretty expensive too. I will stick to the 1/24s :)

The Force car is the three stooges version and is $295.00. I just ordered last years Kenny Bernstein and Larry Dixon Fuellers in 1/16.
Today got Murphy/Lowndes and Hakkinen West 1/18 and 2000 Schumacher Marlboro.

[Esses]

Originally posted by Gan88
Steve do yo mean Cararama made by Hongwell?

A mate of mine collects the 1:87s and they are fantastic for what they are.

Yeah, I think that's it. For the money it's a great little model.

[69Mach1]

CV8 Devil Yellow Series 2 $110
Dodge Challenger RT Magenta $25

Good bargains eh.....

[Kiwiracing]

My last purchases have gone pear shaped, one arrived with a smashed spoiler, and the other two cars are lost in post:(

Bloody ebay!

Kiwiracing

[Terryk]

Originally posted by Kiwiracing
My last purchases have gone pear shaped, one arrived with a smashed spoiler, and the other two cars are lost in post:(

Bloody ebay!

Kiwiracing

Bad luck..!!!!!! private sale or retail ?

[V8SS]

Originally posted by Kiwiracing
My last purchases have gone pear shaped, one arrived with a smashed spoiler, and the other two cars are lost in post:(

Bloody ebay!

Kiwiracing

Thats a bit stink Kiwiracing. I've never had a problem with ebay. I did have a model turn up from a well known Brisbane model retailer ( 3 months later ) with the rear spoiler snapped off. Luckily it glued back on.

[grumpy1]

My latest was a 1:18 Mark Webber R4
I ,through work contacts, was also lucky enough to get him to sign the sidepode.

The Grumpy1:) :)

[Nick Short]

I wonder about this "lost in post" business - it seems to happen too often. I've just bought an UT McLaren F1 LM XP (the orange road-going prototype) from a bloke on eBay who has had 2 cars "go missing". I wonder if it's just a ploy?

[the_goldie]

Originally posted by Nick Short
I wonder about this "lost in post" business - it seems to happen too often. I've just bought an UT McLaren F1 LM XP (the orange road-going prototype) from a bloke on eBay who has had 2 cars "go missing". I wonder if it's just a ploy?

This is why I always get insurance or have it registered even if I am selling something.

[skylinegtr00]

I finally got myself a 92 Bathurst Skyline.
I was hanging for this one ever since i seen it at my local GamesWorld when it was released. When i went back to get one they had all been sold out.
I may have paid a little more for it now but im happy i have one now.

[Kiwiracing]

Originally posted by Terryk
Bad luck..!!!!!! private sale or retail ?

Private sale, still no sign of them, checked with Post but nothing at our end, waiting for seller to follow up, he's been good about it to date.

Sent an email to the other seller re the smashed spoiler, but no reply, I'm loath to put a negative against him, as I'm sure he'd do one back:( Mind you may not be his fault, although I have to say the box appeared fine???

Live an learn I guess, I was really looking forward to completing my DJR collection and getting the CC Morris car.

Bugger bugger bugger.

Kiwiracing

[Kiwiracing]

Originally posted by V8SS
Thats a bit stink Kiwiracing. I've never had a problem with ebay. I did have a model turn up from a well known Brisbane model retailer ( 3 months later ) with the rear spoiler snapped off. Luckily it glued back on.

Yeah I'll glue my spoiler too I guess. I shouldn't complain to much about it, got it for $46, plus postage.

Cheers
Kiwiracing

[LUN269]

Originally posted by grumpy1
My latest was a 1:18 Mark Webber R4
I ,through work contacts, was also lucky enough to get him to sign the sidepode.

The Grumpy1:) :)

I also picked up the 1/18 R4 Jag while @ the GP, u must be estactic to have it signed.
Had two oppurtunities to get mine signed but was @ the wrong time @ the right place. D'oh

[69Mach1]

This is a pic of my most recent purchase.

[Damian]

Recently purchased
Moffat XD 1980 Federation Insurance for $149.00
Moffat XC 1979 Federation Insurance for $152.50
Both off Ebay.

Regards
Damian

[timbo333]

Lancer Evo VII from WRC of Delecour/Gratloup in 1:18.

Geex i love the Mitsubishi Lancer WRC cars.

They look sensational...............:D

Cheers,

Timbo.

[69Mach1]

Side view looks okay to....

[biante5485]

69Mach1

Was that the car on display at Stanbridge Hobbies?

looks good in those pics

[ferrari fan]

Originally posted by biante5485
69Mach1

Was that the car on display at Stanbridge Hobbies?

looks good in those pics

Yes ,done by Vanpyre and there were 2.

[brchi17]

Last week
1:18 Series II Devil Monaro

2 weeks ago
1:18Murphy / Lowndes 1996 Bathurst winner

3 weeks ago
1:43 2003 Steve Johnson
1:43 2003 Max Wilson
1:43 2003 Greg Ritter
1:43 2002 Dick Johnson Bathurst Prototype Falcon
1:64 2003 Steve Johnson
1:64 2003 Max Wilson
1:64 2003 Rodney Forbes
1:64 2003 Greg Ritter
1:64 2002 Dick Johnson Bathurst Prototype Falcon

Thank god there is nothing I want this week as the old bank account is starting to stuffer really, really badly - thankfully I paid for my trip to Eastern Creek in January :D

cheers.

[Leigh]

...just picked up my Ambrose/Ingall Bathurst Falcon...

(Aren't you getting this one Brad?)

Cheers

[brchi17]

Originally posted by lcfp2297
...just picked up my Ambrose/Ingall Bathurst Falcon...

(Aren't you getting this one Brad?)

Cheers

Yes I am Leigh, there are not many Fords which I don't buy. But I won't have any time to get up to Coffey's before the weekend, I guess I'll get it sometime next week, when I'm on holidays.

Apparently they are really popular too.

cheers. :)

[frosty]

Just got Classics 1/43 2003 V8 Supercar BA Lowndes...

very nice....

[toad]

69 Moffat XW and Johnson XD rock car

[mick xu1]

I have just got hold of a Bathurst 1990 Grice & Win Commodore, i don't why i have avoided for so long as it's a great looking model

[KRAKA05]

Originally posted by mick xu1
I have just got hold of a Bathurst 1990 Grice & Win Commodore, i don't why i have avoided for so long as it's a great looking model

Absolutely right....one of the unsung models and one of my fav bathurst winners.

[Kiwiracing]

Well I just bought a little doozey, a great little find - well I think so. Dropped into Hobbyrama in Brisbane last week as I wanted to get the CC 1:43 of Ingall, saw one on a back shelf that looked a bit interesting, asked the guy for it and low and behold "Lowndes" is driving it, Ingall on one side and Lowndes on the other.

I pointed this out to the guy behind the counter (after I agreed to purchase:D ) he was a bit surprised to see this.

I'm happy with it, a great find.

Cheers
Kiwiracing

[diecastdude]

Each to his own I guess, I ended up with a couple of Shell cars with wrong logo's not that long ago, tried to sell them with no luck, discounted the price and still no luck not that I would but I beleive I couldn't give them away.

[Kiwiracing]

Originally posted by diecastdude
Each to his own I guess, I ended up with a couple of Shell cars with wrong logo's not that long ago, tried to sell them with no luck, discounted the price and still no luck not that I would but I beleive I couldn't give them away.

Still got them:D What are they? CC or Biante, what size? What logos?

Cheers
Kiwiracing

[Mickcals]

i recently bought Classic Carlectables 1:43 Bloood Orange GT and 1:43 Ambrose/Ingall, got my eye on 1:18 Ambrose and Bathurst Seton/Lowndes plus i ve got my eye on Biante's 1:18 Markko Martin/Michael Park 2003 Rally of Finland.

[Domin8]

Got me the 1:18 Aa V2 quicksilver Monaro! very nice esp with the VY interior :)

[zigi08]

Hmmm,

My latest is the 2002 "Premiere" version of Hotwheels F1 Ferrari...Thought I should have at least 1 Michael Schumacher...;)

[Glen Alexander]

Wasn't meant to buy anything at EC yeaterday, but I got the Classsic Lowndes BA in 1:43... couldn't help it!!! :D

[Ford Boy]

Ive just got my Ambrose/Ingall car, as I missed out on the Ambrose version. I do however, have both on preorder in 1.18 from my stockist. Looking forward to it.

[Malik]

Originally posted by Ford Boy
Ive just got my Ambrose/Ingall car, as I missed out on the Ambrose version. I do however, have both on preorder in 1.18 from my stockist. Looking forward to it.

hey if yer interested Ford Boy... I was thinking about doing a diorama of the Ambrose/Ingall car from last year if you want to donate yours...

I was thinking about doing it in the sandpit with a little ingall in the car adjusting his seat belt! hehe.... should be a good looking diorama..

[Y2Joel]

Originally posted by Malik
hey if yer interested Ford Boy... I was thinking about doing a diorama of the Ambrose/Ingall car from last year if you want to donate yours...

I was thinking about doing it in the sandpit with a little ingall in the car adjusting his seat belt! hehe.... should be a good looking diorama..

Are you doing one with cut tyres as well? I might do a Skaife with an open door.

[Ford Boy]

Ya know Mailk, its funny, but I was thinking the same thing... I could put it next to my "after the incident with Ingall" Skaife car, and get my 18 month old cousin to belt it passenger side down, against the ground a few times... :D.

I know its weak, buts it the best I could come up with! Gimme a break!

Cheers!

[Malik]

Originally posted by Ford Boy
Ya know Mailk, its funny, but I was thinking the same thing... I could put it next to my "after the incident with Ingall" Skaife car, and get my 18 month old cousin to belt it passenger side down, against the ground a few times... :D.

I know its weak, buts it the best I could come up with! Gimme a break!

Cheers!

at least your in there trying mate.. its all good! hhehehhe

[nedkelly]

Just got my new 1/18 Ambrose 2003 BA ,It is a tuff lookin model this one.Time to make more room in the car yard,best leave room for russells as well.




such is life

[athol]

Picked up a Mclaren 1/18 of Ebay, has Biante collectors club No 1.
on it, seller says that only 300 were made, can anyone enlighten me on this.


Athol.
Speedway racer.

[Malik]

Latest purchase.....


Brock/Skaife VS in 1:18... :)

[singer]

Originally posted by Malik
Latest purchase.....


Brock/Skaife VS in 1:18... :)

:) ditto

[Kiwiracing]

Originally posted by nedkelly
Just got my new 1/18 Ambrose 2003 BA ,It is a tuff lookin model this one.Time to make more room in the car yard,best leave room for russells as well.




such is life

WOW is this out already?

Where did you get it?

Kiwiracing

[BLADERUNNER]

mine was the rossie 1:12 2003 minichamps and the 1:12 steve martin ducati super bike :)

[vt2envy]

picking up my lowndes/murphy,which had something loose inside and had to be returned,skaife / brock and hopefully ambrose 1/18 car tomorrow.....It's going to be a big day...:D

[bernoo]

Just purchased the Ambrose 1/18 BA & 1/43 BA race cars and the XR GT. WOW real nice cars

Cheers

[Malik]

the latest latest...

picked up my 2003 Team Brock Bright car... was on layby.. is now on the shelf.. hehe.

[Domin8]

Same here.. got the 1:18 Ambrose today and man its detailed very highly! glad i got in and got one before they all walked out from pre ordering. Pics can be found here of my model, about 9 shots in total but you must sign up for this site to view them is the only thing :) Well worth the look if your contemplating getting one or not :)

BA Ambrose (http://www.diecastxchange.com/forum1/index.php?sh owtopic=9456&st=0&)

[terrine]

"This 1967 Camaro SS was the first Camaro in California, it was the first Camaro road-tested in the print media, first street-driven Camaro with a big-block, first Camaro to gain editorial exposure in HOT ROD Magazine, first Camaro to carry an Edelbrock intake manifold, first Camaro to ever have a Hurst four-speed shifter, first Camaro in the 11's, first Camaro to take a test lap at Riverside Raceway, and it was the first Camaro to appear at an NHRA National event. The Camaro now resides in the Edelbrock Stable in California"...from EXACT DETAIL REPLICAS

click for further info (http://www.diecastmusclecars.com/67camaro.htm)

its in the mail from USA and will sit proudly alongside my christi and camee edelbrock shelbies

r/peter

[terrine]

Originally posted by Domin8
Same here.. got the 1:18 Ambrose today and man its detailed very highly! glad i got in and got one before they all walked out from pre ordering.

dont panic if you miss it, CC are making another eastern creek championship version in 1:18 i believe

r/peter

[Domin8]

Originally posted by terrine
dont panic if you miss it, CC are making another eastern creek championship version in 1:18 i believe

r/peter

Between the 2 1:18 ambrose cars coming out, id rather this first one as the paint scheme and livery looks alot better imo on this first model!

[Goodwrench3]

I picked up the Dick Torana and Moffat Sierra from Lynford here in Perth last week for $85 each. They both completed my respective collections.
Didn't buy them upon release as I'm not a keen Sierra fan (did buy Dick's though) and as the Torana wasn't #17 it stood out even more from the DJ collection and had little common thread with the others. But for this price, I'm more than happy.

[Leigh]

Originally posted by Domin8
Between the 2 1:18 ambrose cars coming out, id rather this first one as the paint scheme and livery looks alot better imo on this first model!
Eastern Creek last year...

Bugger all difference...

Cheers

[Ford Boy]

I think the championship version will end up being the mopre sought after one... personally Im not fussy... either will do, as long as I get one!

[Mickcals]

I picked up the 1:18 scale 2003 Ambrose last Sunday, and yesterday purchased a 1:43 2003 Max Wilson #18 DJR

[lachlan]

Picked my 1:18 Ambrose up today for $150 from my local dealer, one thing I noticed was that the fuel caps don't line up with the pipes in the boot? looks strange when you look at it. I also like how the CC are packed no need for any tools.

[chups]

ive hit the magical 40 1:18s now (excluding modified) the 40th was a CC utester, but i had that on layby before i bought my series 2 monaro, so that is my real 40th. now im saving up for a custom built display cabinet to house them all.

[castkrazy]

my recent purchases are series 2 monaro's for $269 set of 3, Ambrose 2003 1/18 BA Falcon for$148 , Ford XRGT For $148 , 61D Moffat for $148, Johnson's Greens tuff for $140 & Grice/Percy for $115 . I must admit the guy's where i shop do look after me,especially at g/w.

[V8SS]

Went to my local Holden dealer on Saturday and picked up Skaife/Kelly Sandown and Murphy/Kelly Bathurst minicars.

[V8SS]

Just got this mornings mail delivered and lo and behold, my Brock/Skaife VS is on my desk. Can't wait to get this in the cabinet.

[Maximus]

Picked up the Gold XRGT on Saturday.
Really impressed with the model.

Got a list of the upcoming models for the year & was wondering WHEN the Biante 1:18 Silver Charger was due???

[the_goldie]

Brock/Skaife VS. Very nice model. I hope all the new V8s sit as low as this model.

[69Mach1]

Recent 1/18 purchases as follows

XR GT Gold
BA Ambrose
AU Bowe
VX Skaife Bathurst
VX Skaife Sandown
VX Skaife 2001
VX Skaife 2002
VX Rick Kelly HYL
VX Murphy 2003
XW Moffat 61D
VR Lowndes/ Murphy

Only problem is i need a bigger house!

[Glen Alexander]

I bought a White R8 and a red GTO Coupe for up coming conversions. Will keep you all posted in the ltd ed customs thread.

[Grubby]

I just got on the weekend a Lowndes/Murphy and a Brock/Skaife

2 very nice models indeed.

Grubby

[Cracker]

I also picked up on the weekend Brock/Skaife car.

Cert number 0905

What a beauty?

[MjF]

my recent 1:18 model purchases include the 2002 arrows f1 car and the 2003 malaysia win car for kimi raikkonen. am waiting for this yrs mclaren to continue my collection started from 1997...

[the_goldie]

Originally posted by Glen Alexander
I bought a White R8 and a red GTO Coupe for up coming conversions. Will keep you all posted in the ltd ed customs thread.

Hey Glen, does that mean the white R8 is going to be #2 in the Phantom Mica Clubsport range ;)

So is the COA going to read #1 / 2 ??? Ha Ha

[Glen Alexander]

The White R8 is actually going to be Tiger Mica...... So yours can stay with a COA number of 1/1. When I do a Phantom one I might put different wheels on, maybe GTS Coupe wheels or something totally different. Some kind of chrome wheels maybe, like the 3 piece modular ones that I have a set of, that were pictured on that Green Walkinshaw of mine (which unfortunately had a bit of an accident and is kinda no more :mad: ).

[chups]

what happened to it? :eek: is it repairable? or even moddable?

[brchi17]

Hey Glen, have you got any pics of Cam's Clubsport ???

He was telling me all about it at EC & it sounded like you've done a real professional job of it.

cheers. :)

[Glen Alexander]

Brad,

There's 2 pics of it in the ltd ed custom thread.

I can't take all the credit for the work, the paintjob was done by GRPIII, it's 2 pac I think and looks incredible. But yes, it does look like it came from the AUTOart factory.

chups, the Walkie had a fall, and a few parts broke.... maybe repairable. I'll think of something for it. I am still trying to get the Spicy Orange one finished, for some reason the front doors won't go on properly no matter how much I fiddle with the buggers. I might have to get another Walkie, hopefully at a cheap price, and use it for parts for the other 2. :mad: I might try and turn it into a drag Walkie.....

[Grubby]

Originally posted by brchi17
Hey Glen, have you got any pics of Cam's Clubsport ???

He was telling me all about it at EC & it sounded like you've done a real professional job of it.

cheers. :)

I've seen some pictures and the model looks great.

"I just want one"

[Glen Alexander]

I thought of something regarding the damaged green Walkie. How's a HT GTS Monaro with Walkinshaw running gear sound?

[Glen Alexander]

I thought of something regarding the damaged green Walkie. How's a HT GTS Monaro with Walkinshaw running gear sound?

And maybe a Walkie kitted VL with Nissan Skyline GT-R running gear.......

[Y2Joel]

Originally posted by Glen Alexander
I thought of something regarding the damaged green Walkie. How's a HT GTS Monaro with Walkinshaw running gear sound?

And maybe a Walkie kitted VL with Nissan Skyline GT-R running gear.......

If only Holden thought of that idea. Still, theres nothing quite like a V8 :) .

[tbgatos]

Just got my very first Exoto after 2 years of admiration...the 1975 Niki Lauda Ferrari 312T, what an old beauty and I must say the the Exoto's are the yardstick in 1/18's.

Next, maybe a Monza Red Standox Prost F1 90'.

[mick xu1]

Just pick up the Harvey Torana great looking model. I am just waiting for the mail man with the finishing decals from FF

[Malik]

Just got my Hothouse Green Monaro...

another great model although the rear view mirrors seem a little loose.. is this the same with all of them?

[wayno]

Brock/Skaife VS and Harvey L34 when the decals are sone. Also put aside a 1/16 Bernstein Top Fuel car. If you get the chance have a look at one of these, they are FANTASTIC!!!!!

[castkrazy]

picked up the brock/skaife on saturday and harvey's L34 torana today, EXCELLENT models ! I notice the Vs doesn't sit Quite as low as the VR . also without taking the vr out and having a look i couldn't remember whether it had working suspension as I notice the Brock / skaife has ??
malik , I purchased the three monaro's and i noticed the drivers side of the devil yellow had a bit of a loose mirror but all others were fine , I guess it was just an oversight during assembly.... Not a continueous fault.

cheers Jim .

[Malik]

the latest


the Autobarn/Mobil/Brock 1:64 Build it yourself car...


See Here (http://rippa72.servepics.com/gallery/displayimage .php?pid=595&fullsize=1)

[Grubby]

Originally posted by Malik
the latest


the Autobarn/Mobil/Brock 1:64 Build it yourself car...


See Here (http://rippa72.servepics.com/gallery/displayimage .php?pid=595&fullsize=1)

Malik

Are you going to take it out of the package and put together ?

Grubby

[Malik]

hell no! lol

[Leigh]

Picked up the 2003 Team Dynamik 1:43's late last week. Arguably the best 1:43's in my collection...and the first of the VY's...

Cheers

[the_goldie]

Originally posted by lcfp2297
Picked up the 2003 Team Dynamik 1:43's late last week. Arguably the best 1:43's in my collection...and the first of the VY's...

Cheers

I picked up the Wills car in 1:43 last week as well. Have to agree with you Leigh - they look awesome and yes the first VY in the collection (besides the 1:64).

[V8SS]

Originally posted by lcfp2297
Picked up the 2003 Team Dynamik 1:43's late last week. Arguably the best 1:43's in my collection...and the first of the VY's...


Leigh, whats the standard of the CC VY's like? I haven't seen any in the flesh yet and there aren't any CC teams that I'll be getting unless they end up doing a Team Kiwi one.

[the_goldie]

Originally posted by V8SS
Leigh, whats the standard of the CC VY's like? I haven't seen any in the flesh yet and there aren't any CC teams that I'll be getting unless they end up doing a Team Kiwi one.

V8SS - the detail and quailty is excellent! See this pic (http://www21.brinkster.com/cambo/images/modelCars/ 2003WillsVY43.jpg) for the Wills car (it is not a close up - but gives you some idea I suppose). The undercarriage detail is excellent so is the interior detail.

[V8SS]

Originally posted by the_goldie
V8SS - the detail and quailty is excellent! See this pic (http://www21.brinkster.com/cambo/images/modelCars/ 2003WillsVY43.jpg) for the Wills car (it is not a close up - but gives you some idea I suppose). The undercarriage detail is excellent so is the interior detail.

Thanks for that Cameron, I couldn't access your picture but get the idea they are of a good quality.
The only 1:43rds I collect (apart from Team Kiwi) are made by Biante so i'm still waiting on the 2003 VY Supercars. Admin did say that the Sandown winner would be out in June so hopefully the others aren't too far away.

[Leigh]

For the obvious stuff, the accuracy is right there (like different coloured wheel nuts left to right, although CC's have this on their 2003 Ford's as well)...For the subtle stuff, who knows? What I mean here is placement of decals etc...CC's tend to do an 'average' car, not depicting any one event, but depicting many events...

Paint-wise, the Team Dynamik cars are magnificent...right down to the micro-printing on the rear wing saying Don't Push (the words are about 2mm long...). Their is much less bleeding of colours or missed detail (i.e. colour missing in door handles) that plagues this scale (I usually search through a stores stocks to find the least effected, no need to with these models).

It would appear that CC's have nailed the VY shape, much better than their effort on the VX. Even the tyres have a lower profile than on last years models, a welcome relief to me.

Comparing to the already released BA's, I tend to feel that neither Biante nor CC's did the BA's in 1:43 very well...neither looks quite right around the grill or front and rear lights...

Overall, I'd give the CC's VY 1:43's a 9/10 (always have to leave room for improvement;) )

As I said above, aguably the best 1:43 in my collection...(arguably because I can't decide between this and my Webber Jag...a different kind of best me thinks)

On a side note, even if they were doing Team Kiwi 03, which they are not, Team Kiwi drove a VX, so would use the old mould...I'm sure that they will do a Team Kiwi 04 though...

Cheers

[Odin]

Jaguar XJ-13 :)

[GSXR1]

2003 Biante Historic Touring Car Series Monaro &
1:18 2002 HRT Bathurst - Skaife/Richards

[terrine]

not a model i know, but a little thing that turned up today

photo attached

r/peter

[brchi17]

Originally posted by terrine
not a model i know, but a little thing that turned up today..

Very nice ;) !!!

[Goodwrench3]

Today I picked up Rusty's '03 Havoline Falcon in 1/18.
Crikey it was a great looking car. CC have done a good job replicating it.

[biante11500]

i recieved four cars saturday by our us parcel service from austrailia. i got three biantes and one classic carlectables.
1996 amp bathurst vr commodore lowndes/murphy
1997 bathurst vs commodore Brock/ Skaife
1976 L34 torana John Harvey
2003 ba falcon Marcus Ambrose
the details on the 1996 & 1997 vr/vs commodores is out standing
biante has raised the bar with these two cars. the harvey is a good looking torana but it looks naked with out the offending decals. classics has hit another home run with there new ambrose ba falcon the detailing just keeps getting better!!
im one happy camper keep up the good work biante & classics
great work.:D

[paranoid]

recieved my lamborghini murcielago 40th anniversary today, very nice colour, very nice model.

also, have to commend the biante ordering system, never used it before, ordered the car saturday, send off a money order monday, and recieved the car today (wednesday), very nice...

[wayno]

Ertl 1992 Dale Earnhardt Chev 1/18

[mincer ray]

Picked up these models in the last 2 weeks

- Brock/Skaife VR Commodore
- 2003 Historic Monaro
- Holden Utester

Also picking up the Ingall BA Falcon on Saturday.

[Ford Boy]

Welcome Mincer ray, and may i say, im jealous of you getting the Ingall model. I had a look at it today, and its one fine modle. unfortunatly, my car commands the attention of the wallet!
Cheers!

[roboneill]

Finally tracked down Marcos Ambrose BA falcon at Carousel Games World here in perth. $175.00 later it was mine..
asked the guy what the other boxes on the counter were.
Russell Ingall now on Lay by.

[Malik]

scarily enough my last 3 purchases were all ford models..

1966 Shelby Cobra
1964 Shelby Cobra 427 s/c
and the first shot prototype BA XR8 Ute that I ordered.


Im being drawn into the dark side...